The Lynchburg Fire and Police Departments issued a strong warning today stating that there have been multiple deaths in the Lynchburg area in recent days that may have been caused by heroin laced with the drug carfentanil.

Rights & Responsibilities:The Rights of Requesters and the Responsibilities of the Treasurer of the City of Lynchburgunder the Virginia Freedom of Information Act

The Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), located § 2.2-3700 et seq. of the Code of Virginia, guarantees citizens of the Commonwealth and representatives of the media access to public records held by public bodies, public officials, and public employees.

The City of Lynchburg wants to hear from you, and to make it easier, a brand new online tool, “Lynchburg is Listening,” is being launched. “Lynchburg is Listening” gives residents the opportunity to be heard through online discussions on projects, informal surveys, and posting of ideas through an easy-to-use interface. This new application will also help facilitate ideas among members of the community.

Lynchburg City Council's meetings are broadcast live most second and fourth Tuesdays of each month. The meetings are also recorded so that you can watch any previous meeting as well as selectively watch certain parts of the meeting agenda.